Crisis Stabilization Specialist

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

DailyPay

Expanded Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WellSpan Health is seeking a full-time crisis intervention professional based in York, PA, with evening shifts and every-other-weekend/holidays. You will assess crises, stabilize clients at their location, and refer to services per policy.

Responsibilities include rapid assessment, documentation, and coordination with mental health and community resources. Requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in crisis work, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a related field.
• 2 years mental health or crisis intervention experience with an unrelated bachelor’s degree required.
• Driver's license in the current state of residence with suitable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Responds promptly and appropriately to all calls.
• Assesses patient’s immediate needs.
• Stabilizes patient using crisis intervention techniques.
• Utilizes suicide precaution checklist as appropriate.
• Refers to appropriate agency or service.
• Follows up on patient condition as outlined in policy.
• Responds to emergency mental health problems in the community.
• Discharges responsibilities of a Mental Health Delegate (including attending hearings).
• Facilitates admission to a psychiatric facility.
• Maintains required certifications and training.
• Notifies appropriate teams of authorized provisions following policies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Communication

Organizational abilities

Analytical skills

Observation skills

Stress management

Stamina

Mental health knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

WellSpan Health is seeking a full-time crisis intervention professional based in York, PA, with evening shifts and every-other-weekend/holidays. You will assess crises, stabilize clients at their location, and refer to services per policy.

Responsibilities include rapid assessment, documentation, and coordination with mental health and community resources. Requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in crisis work, plus a valid driver’s license.